Kennedy Center Honors recipient actor Sylvester Stallone poses on the red carpet for the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., U.S., December 7, 2025. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon
(New York, New York) – As criticism of this year’s Grammy Awards continues to build, actor Sylvester Stallone has emerged as one of the most high-profile voices blasting the ceremony.
Stallone did not mince words, calling it “the worst Grammys I’ve ever seen,” and taking direct aim at host Trevor Noah, whom he labeled “an embarrassment.” His comments come as a growing number of celebrities and viewers voice frustration with the show’s tone, performances, and overall direction.
Online backlash has intensified in the days following the broadcast, with critics accusing the Grammys of being out of touch with mainstream audiences and prioritizing spectacle and messaging over music itself. Social media platforms have been flooded with reactions from fans and public figures alike, many echoing Stallone’s sentiment.
Neither Grammy organizers nor Trevor Noah have publicly responded to the criticism. Still, the comments underscore a widening cultural divide around the awards show, which has faced declining viewership and recurring backlash in recent years.
As more famous names continue to weigh in, the controversy surrounding this year’s Grammys shows little sign of slowing down.
